First and Second Samuel (Paperback)

David C. Hester

ISBN 10: 0664230245 / ISBN 13: 9780664230241

Published by Westminster/John Knox Press,U.S., Louisville, 2005

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Paperback. During the reigns of Saul and David as recorded in First and Second Samuel, the people of Israel experience fear, disappointment, heartache, and betrayal. The compelling theme that weaves its way through these two books and into our lives is the need to balance both the gift of life from God and the promise of God's steadfast love with the ever-present human temptation to take control and usurp God's authority.Interpretation Bible Studies (IBS) offers solid biblical content in a creative study format. Forged in the tradition of the celebrated Interpretation> commentary series, IBS makes the same depth of biblical insight available in a dynamic, flexible, and user-friendly resource. Designed for adults and older youth, Interpretation Bible Studies can be used in small groups, in church school classes, in large group presentations, or in personal study. During the reigns of Saul and David as recorded in First and Second Samuel, the people of Israel experience fear, disappointment, heartache, and betrayal. The compelling theme that weaves its way through these two books and into our lives is the need to balance both the gift of life from God and the promise of God's steadfast love with the. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: First and Second Samuel (Paperback)
• Publisher: Westminster/John Knox Press,U.S., Louisville
• Publication Date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0664230245
• ISBN 13: 9780664230241
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

During the reigns of Saul and David as recorded in First and Second Samuel, the people of Israel experience fear, disappointment, heartache, and betrayal. The compelling theme that weaves its way through these two books and into our lives is the need to balance both the gift of life from God and the promise of God's steadfast love with the ever-present human temptation to take control and usurp God's authority

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Interpretation Bible Studies (IBS) offers solid biblical content in a creative study format. Forged in the tradition of the celebrated Interpretation> commentary series, IBS makes the same depth of biblical insight available in a dynamic, flexible, and user-friendly resource. Designed for adults and older youth, Interpretation Bible Studies can be used in small groups, in church school classes, in large group presentations, or in personal study.

About the Author

David C. Hester is Dean of the Seminary, Vice President for Academic Affairs, and Harris Ray Anderson Professor of Ministry at Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. He is an ordained minister of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) with pastoral experience in rural churches in Maine and North Carolina.